Wednesday, January 28, 2026

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Bangladesh’s E-Rickshaw Boom Leaves Toxic Battery Trail

Bangladesh has seen an explosive rise in battery-powered e-rickshaws, transforming short-distance travel in cities like Dhaka.

Australia Bushfires Rage Amid Extreme Heatwave, PM Warns of “Dangerous” Weather

Australia Bushfires Rage Amid Extreme Heatwave, PM Warns of “Dangerous” Weather

Environmentally Sustainable Urbanization: A Necessity for a Livable Dhaka

Dhaka—the heart of Bangladesh is the center of the nation’s politics, economy, education, culture, and aspirations.

Dhaka Is Breathing Dust, Not Air

Air pollution in Dhaka has become a serious problem. We often talk about smoke from vehicles and brick kilns, but there is another big reason that we usually ignore.

Global Plastic Waste Rises Sharply as Pollution Levels Reach Record Highs

Global plastic waste continues to rise despite growing awareness and international efforts to reduce pollution. Over the past decade, increased production, urban growth, and single-use plastics have pushed waste levels to record highs worldwide. Experts warn that current policies and consumer practices are not enough to slow the trend.

Saudi Arabia’s rare snowfall turns desert into winter white wonder

This week's unexpected snowfall in northern Saudi Arabia highlights how climate change is intensifying extreme weather events.

Third Climate Justice Assembly 2025: Advancing Climate Justice, People-Centered Solutions, and a Just Transition

The third Climate Justice Assembly began on 13 December 2025 and is being held this year at Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University in the capital. The Assembly was also organized consecutively in 2023 and 2024,

Bangladeshi Medical Student Sharif Mohammad Sadat Joins WHO South-East Asia Regional Youth Council

Colombo, October 12, 2025: In a historic event at Cinnamon Life Hotel in Colombo, Sri Lanka, the World Health Organization (WHO) officially launched the...

Politics Must Serve the Nation and the People — Not the Corrupt Few

By Muhammad Musa Khan Once upon a time, politics in Bangladesh inspired genuine enthusiasm among the people.